What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
Special Double Christmas Edition,
December 20 and 27, 2011
Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy for all people. To you is born in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.
Spotlight
 Christmas Eve Worship Services, December 24
with celebration of the Lord’s supper at both services
Join us for a Friends and Family Service on December 24 at 5:00 pm, in the Sanctuary. This early service is a time of familiar carols and a re-telling of the Christmas story, for people of all ages and families of all types. Come share in this time of Christmas cheer and good news!
We will also offer a Candlelight Communion Service on December 24 at 11:00 pm, in the Sanctuary. Special prelude music begins at 10:30 pm. Within the hush of evening, gather for a time of wonder, beauty, and joy as the birth of Christ is celebrated just prior to the dawn of Christmas Day.
Worship services, Sunday December 25
Worship services, Sunday January 1
Christian Education
Complete details on adult Christian Ed classes are on the CE page of our website.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
News and events
More happenings at East Liberty Presbyterian Church
To find out more about what’s going on at ELPC this week, see the December 25 announcements or the Christmas events (Seasonal Worship) page. December 25 announcements will be posted to the website next week. Our next regular News Flash will be published January 3, 2012.
 World Healing Day | New Year’s labyrinth walk,
December 31, 6:45 am - 8:00 am
Join us for World Healing Day and add your love and prayers to this moment of oneness. Read the details The Labyrinth will be available in the Social Hall. For details, call Judy Burke, (412) 571-1223 or visit the World Healing Day website.
Presbyterian Women Bible Study, Tuesday January 3, 10am
Join the PW Tuesday morning as they continue their study of the Beatitudes: “Greatly Honored are those who Show Mercy,” Matthew 5:7; Luke 10:25–37. Second floor parlor at 10 am. Read more
Mark your calendar: Winter Rally Day, January 8, 2012
This inter-generational event is held in lieu of our usual Christian Education hour and and offers everyone a chance to gather together again after the holidays. In this season of new beginnings, it is fitting that we will explore new beginnings in our Lectionary Texts for the January 8, 2012 Sunday: God's creation of the universe, and Jesus' baptism in Mark's Gospel (Genesis 1:1-5 and Mark 1:4-11). Read more
Church holiday closures
 The church building will close after services on Christmas Sunday, December 25 and will reopen on Wednesday, December 28. The church will close again after services on New Year's Sunday January 1, and will reopen on Tuesday morning, January 3. See the church calendar for details
In our community
 East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. December’s “Food of the Month” is Dried Beans.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of December, the Deacons continue to collect men’s hats, gloves, scarves, and underwear (sizes L, XL, and XXL) for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
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